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Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology* Age 50
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Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology* Age 50
San Diego, CA
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19 years of experience
Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. Akong graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE. Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA and has 19 years experience. Dr. Akong currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center. Dr. Akong's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Akong is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego
    3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 966-5999
  2. 2 UCSD Medical Offices South Pharmacy
    4168 Front St, San Diego, CA 92103
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 543-5415

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Dec 01, 2018
Brilliant, informative and an excellent communicator with overarching knowledge across multiple disciplines. Highest possible degree of integrity, Dr. Akong is among the elite scientific and medical researchers on a global scale and an indefatigable committed humanitarian.
Frank C in Palm Springs, CA — Dec 01, 2018
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Specialties*
Pediatric Pulmonology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Pediatric Pulmonology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akong's profile.

Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kathryn Akong, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Pediatric Pulmonology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA